Chef

Compass Group; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading catering service provider in the UK is seeking an experienced Chef de Partie to join their team at Gamecock Barracks. This role involves preparing meals for Service Personnel while ensuring high-quality service in a supportive work environment. The ideal candidate should have prior experience in a similar role and possess a relevant catering qualification. Competitive hourly wage and various benefits included.

Benefits

Free meals on shift

Free on-site parking

Access to on-site gym and swimming pool

Staff discount in the on-site shop

Career progression and training opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Digital GP access and healthcare benefits

Exclusive travel discounts

Discounts on food shopping

Cinema ticket discounts

Wellness and mindfulness classes

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Chef role is essential.
• Understanding of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards is required.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate well.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and serve quality meals for Service Personnel.
• Support daily kitchen operations.
• Work shifts across various meal service times.

Skills

Experience in a previous Chef or Chef de Partie role

Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards

Strong team player

Good communication skills

Time management skills

Flexible approach to shift patterns and duties

Education

Relevant catering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent)

Job description

Chef de Partie - Gamecock Barracks (ESS - Compass Group)

Location: Gamecock Barracks
Salary: £15.55 per hour
Hours: 35 hours per week
Shift Pattern: 5 days over 7, 2-week rota (1 weekend in 2)

About the Role

We're looking for an experienced and motivated Chef de Partie to join our friendly team at Gamecock Barracks, part of the ESS - Compass Group. You'll play an important role in preparing and serving quality meals for around 200 Service Personnel across three sites within the barracks.

Working within a team of 10, you'll support all aspects of daily kitchen operations to deliver a high standard of service for breakfast, lunch, and evening meals.

Shift Details

Weekly Hours: 35 (includes 30-minute unpaid break)
Shift Pattern: Mixture of earlies and lates (1 weekend in 2)

• Early Shift: 06:30 - 14:00

• Late Shift: 12:30 - 20:00

Meal Service Times

• Breakfast: 06:30 - 08:30
• Lunch: 12:00 - 13:30
• Evening Meal: 17:00 - 20:00
• Weekend Breakfast: 08:00 - 08:45
• Weekend Brunch: 10:00 - 13:30
• Weekend Evening Meal: 16:45 - 17:30

Experience and Qualifications

• Experience in a previous Chef or Chef de Partie role - essential
• Relevant catering qualification (e.g., NVQ Level 2 or equivalent) - desirable
• Excellent knowledge of food hygiene and kitchen safety standards
• Strong team player with good communication and time management skills
• Flexible approach to shift patterns and duties

Benefits

• £15.55 per hour, 35 hours per week
• Free meals on shift
• Free on-site parking
• Access to on-site gym and swimming pool
• Staff discount in the on-site shop
• Career progression and training opportunities with ESS - Compass Group
• Supportive and inclusive team environment

• Contributory pension scheme
• Grow your career with our Career Pathways and MyLearning programmes
• Quick access for you and your immediate family to a Digital GP, and wider healthcare benefits
• Exclusive travel discounts with TUI, Expedia, Booking.com and many more
• Save money on your food shop with discounts on Tesco, Sainsbury's, Morrisons and many more
• Up to 44% off cinema tickets to enjoy your favourite blockbuster
• Receive cash rewards every time you spend and use them on a wide range of brands
• Un-wind with us with free wellness, mindfulness and exercise classes
• You can share all discounts and offers with your friends and families

About Us

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!